Joey Kelly to Receive Prestigious Kaiser Augustus Award for Social Engagement

The musician and athlete, known for his love of Karneval and extreme challenges, will donate the award's monetary prize to charitable projects.

Joey Kelly, musician and member of the Kelly Family, has expressed his deep appreciation for Karneval, calling it a unifying cultural tradition.
The 52-year-old will be honored on Saturday in Trier with the Kaiser Augustus Award, recognizing his commitment to social causes.
The award includes a monetary prize of €5,555.55, which Kelly plans to donate to charitable initiatives yet to be determined.
Kelly frequently participates in Karneval celebrations, including riding in parade floats and distributing Kelly Family CDs during the Essen Rosenmontag parade.
Beyond his musical career, Kelly is an extreme athlete, with upcoming plans to kayak 300 kilometers in the Amazon and compete in a 5,000-kilometer cycling race across the U.S.